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APR – Now is the time!
Have you been thinking about obtaining your APR? Make this the year you stop thinking about it and start pursuing it! Did you know that increasingly more and more communications jobs are requiring an APR? Even employers that don’t require an APR recognize it as the...
#FPRAEthics Week 2
Up next in our ethics series is number two in the FPRA Code of Ethics: “A member shall exemplify high standards of honesty and integrity while carrying out dual obligations to a client or employer and to the democratic process." What does this mean to you? Share an...
Renew your membership by Oct. 31 for a chance to win Gator football tickets
You should have received your membership renewal information in the mail, so make sure you get it submitted to keep yourself in the ranks for the next year! Renew your membership by Oct. 31 to be included in the drawing for two tickets to the Gators vs. Florida...
Apply for a membership scholarship!
The FPRA Gainesville Chapter is pleased to announce that it is once again offering the Kim Faenza Membership Scholarship to a qualified professional from a local non-profit organization, as well as the James Terhune Membership Scholarship for a public relations...
Let’s. Get. Eth-i-cal!
Each week we’re taking a moment to highlight one of the 14 ethics in the FPRA Code of Ethics to help remind us what it is that keeps us a leading professional group. This week we’re highlighting the first ethic: “A member shall conduct his or her professional life in...
Looking to lead? Join a committee!
As the 2015-16 board of directors settles in, many are looking for future leaders of FPRA to step in and lend their creative, logistical and institutional knowledge to guide their efforts. Whether you’re a 20-year veteran of FPRA or freshly pinned new member, your...
Our Theme for 2015-16: Louder Than Words
As one of our FPRA members, you have a voice. A strong, clear and respected voice. CEOs, political leaders and community figures look to you as a trusted confidant for wisdom and guidance. Before launching a program or initiative they look to you and ask, “What should...
Congratulations to Amelia Bell, APR, CPRC
Congratulations to Amelia Bell, APR, CPRC, on earning the credential of Certified Public Relations Counselor (CPRC). The CPRC certification program is designed to recognize professional growth and achievement of senior members. The CPRC credential is an opportunity,...
Congratulations to Allison Downey, APR
Congratulations to Allison Downey, APR, on achieving Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). The accreditation program aims to improve the practice of public relations by assessing competence in 60 areas of knowledge, skills and abilities associated with the...
Congratulations to Leah Craig, APR
Congratulations to Leah Craig, APR, on achieving Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). The accreditation program aims to improve the practice of public relations by assessing competence in 60 areas of knowledge, skills and abilities associated with the profession....